Amy J. Zdravecky

Amy J. Zdravecky

Grand Rapids, MI recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023
Barnes & Thornburg LLP

302 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management Labor Law - Management

Biography

Amy is experienced in representing employers in the retail, hospitality, warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, food production, transportation and healthcare industries. She advises and trains clients on employee relations, union avoidance, collective bargaining strategies, sexual harassment and compliance with state and federal employment laws. Amy also offers an in-depth understanding of Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Notably, Amy has served as the management chair for the ABA Subcommittee on the Development of the Law under the National Labor Relations Act and is the recent past editor of the Developing Labor Law. This has given her unique insights into the nature of traditional labor law. A frequent author and speaker on traditional labor law matters, clients and colleagues alike value Amy for her legal acumen and responsiveness to their needs.

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

302 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1994
  • The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1994

Client Testimonials

Amy Zdravecky is bright, hardworking, articulate, and communicates well with all levels of management. Information requested is extremely timely and accurate. She always gives 100% in all endeavors.

Bruce Pautsch (Tyson Fresh Meats)

Dakota dunes, SD

Amy Zdravecky is very bright, high energy, willing to work long hours to get the job done, leaves no stone unturned, and relates extremely well.

Bruce Pautsch (Tyson Fresh Meats)

Dakota dunes, SD

Ms. Amy Zdravecky is pro-active in protecting our business against labor threats. Our business relies on her expertise for education, training, and prevention from unionization. The expertise she provides in actively preventing organizing drives is invaluable to the viability of our business. She takes a personal interest in our business.

F. Charlene Powell (The Schwan Food Company)

Marshall, MN

Amy has extensive knowledge and ability in Labor Law and related matters. She is a very hard working, thorough, and a professional person that is very easy to work with. She will leave no rock unturned, puts in whatever time needed, and is available at almost any hour. Her high energy level, thoroughness, and professionalism are certainly her greatest assets.

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Labor Law - Management
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Labor Law - Union
  • Leisure and Hospitality Law
Special Focus:
  • Labor

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